113Use the self-timer when you want to be in the picture.1 Press the <R> button. (9)2 Select the self-timer.While looking at the LCD panel, turnthe <6> or <5> dial to select theself-timer delay.Q : 10-sec. self-timerk : 2-sec. self-timer3 Take the picture.Look through the viewfinder, focusthe subject, then press the shutterbutton completely.X You can check the self-timeroperation with the self-timer lamp,beeper, and countdown display (inseconds) on the LCD panel.X Two seconds before the picture istaken, the self-timer lamp will light upand the beeper will sound faster.j Using the Self-timerThe <k> enables you to shoot while not touching the cameramounted on a tripod. This prevents camera shake while you shoot stilllifes or long exposures.After taking self-timer shots, playing back the image (p.290) to checkfocus and exposure is recommended.When using the self-timer to shoot only yourself, use focus lock (p.75) onan object at about the same distance as where you will stand.To cancel the self-timer after it starts, press the <R> button.If you do not look through the viewfinder when you press the shutter button,attach the eyepiece cover (p.183). If stray light enters the viewfinder whenthe picture is taken, it may throw off the exposure.COPY
